I no longer support Mahan because he thinks its ok for two-year old kids to wear a mask all day. Ash Kalra has been a consistent progressive vote for housing and tenant protections. This is about the people of San Jose and what they care about, not about who can raise the most money.. Richard is deeply committed to fighting for a more livable, equitable, affordable and sustainable Sunnyvale. District 24 Alex Lee. These are astounding numbers for such a short period of time, especially for Mahan, who is relatively new to the political scene, said Terry Christensen, a professor emeritus of political science at San Jose State University. YIMBYs should work to elect more legislators like Evanthose willing to take risks, while also having difficult, culturally-sensitive conversations with their constituents. Contributions are not tax-exempt. San Jos Spotlight is a project of the San Jos News Bureau, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization | Tax ID: 82-5355128. Includes parts of Santa Clara County, including the cities of Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara. State Sen. Dave Cortese, who came in second to Liccardo in 2014, raised $175,000 comparatively, according to city records. Endorsed by YIMBY Action. We are proud to endorse him, and look forward to four more years of his leadership. J.R. Fruen is one of the few candidates to receive an early endorsement from South Bay YIMBY. Time for some new candidates that are independent from the big machines. First town hall: Six takeaways from the first mayoral debate of Jacksonville 2023 election season, Commentary: Nate Monroe: In quest for mayor, challengers hope to derail coronation for establishment scion, Background: Mayor's race will have most diverse field of candidates in Jacksonville history. Nora Campos!? Your care and concern for the issues you have mentioned here have been inspiring to me and I appreciate you. Poll: Peralez has edge over Chavez in San Jose mayoral race Jacksonville City Council elections: Who won, what's undecided and what does it all mean? When we endorse a bill, members and volunteers call and write to their representatives to encourage them to vote our way. Horrible article you should know why unions didnt side with these men. Jan Bernstein Chargin served on Gilroys Housing Advisory Committee and has spent time on a wide variety of housing policies to ensure everyone has a safe, stable place to call home in Gilroy. Parts of Santa Clara, Santa Cruz, and Monterey Counties, including the cities of Gilroy, Salinas, and Watsonville. Dear Abby: Am I overreacting to my European daughter-in-law's behavior? Still, the preliminary accounts given by the campaigns of the top mayoral candidates signal a competitive race ahead with a lot of money available to be spent on mailers, signs, consultants and staff. His solid voting record and partnership with local housing organizations in his districtsuch as Cupertino for Alldemonstrates a willingness to be a champion, despite representing a district that includes the traditionally housing-adverse communities of Cupertino, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Willow Glen, and Campbell. Get San Jos Spotlight headlines delivered to your inbox. Many of our largest chapters are in California, but new and existing groups of pro-housing advocates across the US are joining the YIMBY Action network to increase their impact. How'd they make their money? His leadership of the Housing Accountability Unit and his dedication to protecting pro-housing legislation from NIMBY nonsense has earned him the title Housing Champion. The primary election decided a majority of City Council seats, but some pivotal positions are still left if Democrats are going to hold close to their current representation. Support our work! And I agree with all Nora Campos comments, cant believe she got an endorsement. Councilmember Anthony Becker would be a breath of fresh air as Mayor of Santa Clara. We are excited and honored to support her. "We are very pleased with our fundraising numbers and are looking forward to the next few months," he told San Jos Spotlight. In the Los Altos election, voters get two picks for city council, and Pete Dailey is asking Los Altans to vote for him and former mayor Neysa Fligor. Justin is anti housing and against preserving Coyote.His votes have showed labor who he is.When Justin and Rolando bonilla sided with developers instead of flea market vendors everyone knew l. Both these commissioners refused to listen to the flea market vendors to give them more time to negotiate and went with the recommendation Eric the lobbyist gave them. A steadfast and studied advocate for protecting renters, Lucas has supported a local SB 330 ordinance to prevent displacement, rent stabilization of Mountain Views mobile home parks, and rent relief during the onset of COVID. District 23 Marc Berman. We are very pleased with our fundraising numbers and are looking forward to the next few months, he told San Jos Spotlight. 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We particularly appreciate his support for landmark proposals like Senate Bill 50. The result is that they no labor group has ever created a job except perhaps within the labor group itself. The news came as Peralezs campaign announced a new poll that showed him witha slight edge over Chavez. His solid voting record, and partnership with local housing organizations in his districtsuch as Cupertino for Alldemonstrates a willingness to be a champion, despite representing a district that includes the traditionally housing-adverse communities of Cupertino, Saratoga, Los Gatos, Willow Glen, and Campbell. Assemblymember Berman has a full-court view of the challenges to housing affordability. Here's what they said, Nate Monroe: While frontrunner Daniel Davis sunk, GOP longshot Al Ferraro shined, 5 takeaways from Jacksonville mayoral debate, Nate Monroe: Next Jacksonville mayor could feel squeeze with Jags stadium, jail relocation, Jacksonville mayoral candidates differ on best path for city's growth and development, Mayoral ad wars head to court as Daniel Davis sues 3 TV stations over 'defamatory' attack, Daniel Davis pledges to expand police force as he accepts Jacksonville sheriff's endorsement. However, he added, it may get tougher for those trailing behind. He has moved from holding a local control philosophy to supporting pro-housing legislation like SB50. Prior to moving in the Bay Area, she reported in Wisconsin and South Carolina. An open endorsement allows labor unions to individually support and fundraise for candidates.. Effects of redistricting: Two Jacksonville City Council races will measure Black voting power in court-ordered map. San Jose, Calif., Councilman Remembers Victim Of Railyard Shooting The wide field of seven candidates narrowed to two for the runoff election. Candidate finances: Daniel Davis, Donna Deegan report seven-figure net worths. Deegan, who would be the city's first female mayor if elected, has likewise been endorsed by a number of pastors and community leaders. "We've been friends since middle school," Peralez said earlier at a news conference. The group didnt back Councilmember Raul Peralez, despite his loyalty to the labor movement. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Silicon Valleys powerful labor lobby has unveiled its 2022 endorsementsand there are a few surprises and notable snubs. Trustee Peter Ortiz is running a strong pro-housing, pro-equity campaign for San Jose City Council, with a track record of supporting housing opportunities and protections in San Jose. The powerful showing in our fundraising efforts shows the growing demand for greater common-sense from government at every level, Mahan told San Jos Spotlight. The law requires mandatory mental health treatment under a judges orders for those suffering from severe mental illness. Plus, he doesnt live in d5. Ignlore their blather. As a City of San Jose councilwoman, Sylvia Arenas has moved solutions forward to protect families from eviction, preserve our existing supply of affordable housing, and produce more of the housing that San Jose desperately needs. It gave open endorsements to District Attorney Jeff Rosen and public defender Sajid Khan in the countys district attorney race. *Titles and affiliations of each individual are provided for identification purposes only. Not to mention SB 9 and 10, which repealed single-family zoning throughout the state. He refused to let it end in Game 7, Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information. Councilmember Phan has shown a strong ability to grow and learn more about the pro-housing movement. Email him, reach out to his campaign. Ignore the money horserace. Trustee Omar Torres has been an ardent supporter of opportunity housing and the similarly aligned state bill (SB9) since these initiatives became public. UNF poll: Deegan leads Davis by single point in Jacksonville mayor race, UNF poll finds. The only other San Jose mayoral candidate in recent years to raise as much money as Mahan this early in a race was Mayor Sam Liccardo, who raked in $513,000 during the first reporting period of his 2014 campaign. The PAC is poised to replace the SVOs PAC, and insiders speculate Liccardo will use it to back business-friendly candidates and his favored mayoral candidate, Councilmember Matt Mahan. He has taken money from corrupted corporations like del terra. Joseph Robinson roots his housing views in terms of dignity and how providing an affordable place to live is providing security and health to those who need it. Meanwhile, Santa Clara County Supervisor Cindy Chavez, a tenured South Bay politician and longtime labor leader, has reportedly brought in $474,000 from nearly 1,000 donors, including a $10,000 personal contribution, during that same time period, according to Chavezs campaign. It is tough to win on an "I'm the other guy" basis. Seems like spotlight is questioning labor instead of having a unbiased article since Rolando wife sits on the board of this newspaper. People are realizing that the fabric of our community is determined by housing. . Get Morning Report and other email newsletters. Peralez and Chavez are competing for the labor vote. How'd they make their money? Since the poll, there have been two major votes at council that have caused a surge of contributions and supporters for me (noncitizen voting and gun control measures). Supervisor Chavez brings a strong transportation background that would serve her well in San Jose region. Endorsed by Peninsula for Everyone, Mountain View YIMBY, and YIMBY Action. Chavez, who is currently giving Mahan the toughest competition for cash donations, said in a statement that she felt her campaign was off to a really good start. The regions largest labor unions have yet to endorse candidates, meaning that Chavez could receive a considerable fundraising bump in the future if they choose to back her campaign. Most recently, he signed AB 2907, which eliminated parking mandates on sites near transit. Were changing the face of journalism by providing an innovative model for delivering reliable, truthful news to the nations 10th largest city. Planning Commissioner Rolando Bonillaalso a longtime friend to laborgot the cold shoulder in his race for the open District 5 council seat in East San Jose. Assemblymember Lee is a legislator that truly supports all of the above solutions and proves that both-and can be more than just rhetoric. Robinson highlights zoning changes, prioritization of affordable housing, and a variety of housing types as key to Gilroys future. This special interest group had her on their payroll for years in a likely no-show job - she pays them back through political deals no doubt. NEW YORK (AP) Fashion's biggest night is underway after all, it is the first Monday in May. Peralez did gain the endorsement of the San Jose Fraternal Order of Police. Christensen said all of the candidates appear to remain competitive, given the totals theyve reported after the first month. Deegan leads Davis by single point in Jacksonville mayor race, UNF poll finds. His strong public support of bills such as SB 9, AB 1401 and co-authoring of SB50 and AB 854 highlight his strong positions on housing. Its time to redesign cities to get our neighbors out of carsand into homes in walkable, welcoming neighborhoods. Donations to mayoral candidates are capped at $1,400 per individual. Davis spent a little more than $42,000 on the race. Includes parts of Santa Clara County, including the cities of Cupertino, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara. Mental health and the funding for mental health falls under the county and Matt should explain how he plans to fund his addiction and mental health treatment he is talking about. Chavez also won a recent endorsement from the Silicon Valley Democratic Club. Over 100 unions participated in a rigorous process to identify a slate of candidates who are unapologetic in their support for working families.. Known for her support of local labor movements and roots in Working Partnerships USA and the South Bay Labor Council, Chavez said she doesnt favor SB 9, which allows property owners to build additional units in single-family neighborhoods, because it will not help renters, and cannot be effectively monitored. Peralez believes every city, not just . Still, Raul Peralez, a VTA board member and San Jose councilmember, slammed the VTA for instituting a rigid vaccination policy without seeking board approval, unlike BART or AC Transit. In District 3, Raul Peralez shocked everyone with his first-place finish. With his in-depth technical expertise and legislative skill, Assemblymember Berman is helping the state make huge strides in ending the housing crisis. The other big surprise? Her top priorities are housing, transportation innovation, and sustainability. To date, Mahan is the leading fundraiser, with 894 donors contributing $504,169 in December. Chavez has 963 donors in all, with 233 contributing $100 or less, said Ed McGovern, a political consultant for Chavez. Chargin cites specific examples of plans and improvements to make Gilroy an inclusive and diverse community to live and work in. Thank you Aurelia! Santa Clara County - YIMBY Action Voter Guide He is deeply committed to safe, affordable housing for all of his constituents from middle class families to farmworkers. Raul announced last year, everyone knew he was just a place holder until Cindy could dust off her criminal tendencies. As a member of the Committee on Housing and Community Development, Ash Kalra has relentlessly pushed for housing. He left office on December 31, 2022. Requests can be made in person, by mail, fax, phone call to 904-255-8683 or through electronic ballot request on the elections office website. Both of these policies eliminate the racist and exclusionary single family zoning that continues to segrate the city today. Dev Davis, Councilmember, City of San Jose. If we want to support the teachers, the people who work in our community, we need to make serious policy changes and build more homes.. Endorsed by Santa Cruz YIMBY, South Bay YIMBY and YIMBY Action. Raul Peralez - Ballotpedia South Bay YIMBY and Peninsula for Everyone collaborated to vet candidates from Gilroy to Palo Alto and are excited to support pro-housing challengers and incumbents throughout the county. If you've saved your payment information with ActBlue Express, your donation will go through immediately. Includes much of the Alum Rock Neighborhood: near the Regional Medical Center, Independence High School, Capitol Square, and north of Mount Pleasant High School. Learn more about YIMBY Action here. Im happy with where Im at and confident well raise sufficient funds to run a successful race.. Chavez raised $479,346 through the month of December, and reported spending almost $43,000 on the race. Her and her brother were the worst thing that could happen to district5. Assemblymember Robert Rivas is a true housing champion in the legislature. Its time to redesign cities to get our neighbors out of carsand into homes in walkable, welcoming neighborhoods. Thats why he has supported and co-authored bills that generate new funding for affordable housing, that streamline the approval process of certain urban infill projects, and that set baseline standards for zoning. Two San Jose mayoral candidates score endorsements from business PAC In addition he wants to expand cost effective shelters for the unhoused but where does he plan for these shelters to be located.? He said he differs from Mayor Liccardo on how the city budget and services should be allocated, especially for residents most in need. In his tenure as Governor, Gavin Newsom has signed a beautiful flurry of pro-housing bills. Business PAC announces San Jose mayor, City Council endorsements, San Jose mayoral candidate Matt Mahan leads pack on fundraising, Former San Jose vice mayor enters crowded supervisor race, Staedler: Losing a leader should inspire us to do more in higher education workforce housing, San Jose budget could reallocate affordable housing funds, The Biz Beat: San Jose shop hoists piatas to an art form, Santa Clara County reentry center celebrates five years, San Joses largest school district scrambles for teachers, Vietnamese markets are leaving downtown San Jose, Longtime San Jose radio station set to be demolished, San Jose residents in fence fight with housing developer, UPDATE: San Jose abandons affordable housing preservation proposal. Endorsed by South Bay YIMBY and YIMBY Action. Chavez endorsed Peralez in both of his council races in 2014 and 2018. Chavez will continue to fundraise toward a goal of $1 million by June. San Jose councilmember calls for repeal of city's anti-cruising Waters won the special election for sheriff last November and retained the position by running unopposed at the time of qualifying for the 2023 race. Copyright 2021 YIMBY Action (EIN 81-5140915), a 501(c)(4) organization. This man has only hurt our eastside schools and should not go into the eastside and ruin what we have left. Current mayor Lenny Curry is ineligible to run again because of term limits. Councilmember Maya Esparza is facing two Vietnamese American candidates in District 7. This is a complete favor deal to Cindy Chavez the ring leader of this union. His support, including the endorsement of Mayor Reed, comes as a result of the fact that he is not Paul Fong. He's spent the least amount on the race to date, about $16,000. Gail has cited tackling our housing shortage as a top legislative priority. San Jose, Calif., is in mourning after a shooting . We are very excited about Trustee Ortizs campaign for San Jose City Council. This only proves that Ms. Chavez is a wholly owned subsidiary of special interests. Dont just not vote. Personal website. Were partnering with you the readers to make it happen. Trustee Ortiz has participated in the citys Housing Element and supports in anti-displacement and tenant protection policies. So, please, ask him directly the questions you have. Endorsements - YIMBY Action We reserve the right to delete comments or ban users who engage in personal attacks, hate speech, excess profanity or make verifiably false statements. Our poll puts us in a very good position, she told San Jos Spotlight. Analysis: Jacksonville City Council elections: Who won, what's undecided and what does it all mean? I posted several links on a San Jose Spotlight article to show just how true that statement is, but I dont know if they were approved. NPR's Ari Shapiro speaks with San Jose Councilmember Raul Peralez about one victim of Wednesday's shooting at a rail yard in Northern California. Only one Constitutional Office is still in play with Democrat and current City Council member Joyce Morgan running against Republican Jason Fischer for property appraiser. Contributions to Mahans campaign averaged $548 per person, and he reported spending almost $48,000 on the race. If we can get five people together that have the same concern and want to solve a problem, he has offered district 10s support. She previous told San Jos Spotlight, I have a long history of fighting for real paths to citizenship for those in our community who seek that goal.. He has sponsored numerous YIMBY Action priority bills including SB 9 and SB 50 and has advanced other bills related to zoning reform, permit streamlining, and increasing funding for affordable housing. As mayor, he would support policies like ministerial approval, more affordable housing, and tenant protections. Measure E List of Endorsements - SV@Home "While I do not recall making comments in 2012, I was gratified to receive Raul's endorsement, have him walk precincts. They both crying when they made their choices a long time ago to close flea market.Look at Rolando bonilla he was given the most donations from lobbyist that tells you one thing only he a sell out. 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